May Ann Dulnuan , ACA

May Ann Dulnuan is a dedicated and compassionate registered counsellor who supports adults working through life’s challenges and seeking improved mental health and wellbeing. She draws on person-centred and trauma-informed principles to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore concerns, build resilience, and develop practical coping strategies.

With 5 years of professional counselling experience, May Ann has worked with diverse populations and has particular experience supporting people affected by substance use and complex trauma. Her practice blends several evidence-informed modalities to match each person’s needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). She adapts these approaches to address issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, addiction, grief, and life transitions.

May Ann completed a Master of Counselling and continues to engage in professional development and clinical supervision to refine her skills and uphold professional standards. She also holds ACA, a professional counselling association membership that reflects ongoing engagement with the counselling profession. Her work is focused on empowering clients to make meaningful changes and supporting their journey toward healing and growth.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts and feelings arise. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and situations where someone wants to live in line with what matters most. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating formed in early relationships and explores how these attachment styles affect current connections - helping with intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathetic, non-directive relationship in which the therapist offers genuine understanding and support so clients can find their own solutions and build self-trust. It is especially helpful for people seeking a supportive environment to process emotions and develop self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. May Ann works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time based on what is most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through multiple formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can choose the way that fits their schedule and comfort level. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities, and they support ongoing progress between sessions.